Sharing this for informational purposes for PNW cruisers. I have no information other than this.
Makes me wonder if it might turn back into a private residence or the like. Or at least a very long-term project. I wouldn't expect them to let all staff go if they planned to reopen anytime this year.
Although (maybe) the marina will stay open, there would be much less reason to visit as a transient guest without the resort restaurants and activities.
From What's Up Friday Harbor on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/414081292044387/permalink/7013017092150741/):
"Rosario Resort & Spa will soon have new owners. ... We write to give you notice that the official closing of the sale will be February 29, 2024. All current employees will be permanently laid off from Rosario Signal LLC as a result of the sale.
"We have been told by the new local owner they will not continue operations of the mansion facilities in order to begin investing immediately in a substantial upgrade of the historic Moran Mansion. While the marina, marina family pool, grounds, and all lodging will reopen, the Mansion itself, including the Mansion Restaurant, Moran Lounge, Spa, Museum, and all facilities within the Mansion itself, will be closed. In preparation for the sale transaction, the resort will be cease all operations on Monday, February 19. ..."
Makes me wonder if it might turn back into a private residence or the like. Or at least a very long-term project. I wouldn't expect them to let all staff go if they planned to reopen anytime this year.
Although (maybe) the marina will stay open, there would be much less reason to visit as a transient guest without the resort restaurants and activities.
From What's Up Friday Harbor on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/414081292044387/permalink/7013017092150741/):
"Rosario Resort & Spa will soon have new owners. ... We write to give you notice that the official closing of the sale will be February 29, 2024. All current employees will be permanently laid off from Rosario Signal LLC as a result of the sale.
"We have been told by the new local owner they will not continue operations of the mansion facilities in order to begin investing immediately in a substantial upgrade of the historic Moran Mansion. While the marina, marina family pool, grounds, and all lodging will reopen, the Mansion itself, including the Mansion Restaurant, Moran Lounge, Spa, Museum, and all facilities within the Mansion itself, will be closed. In preparation for the sale transaction, the resort will be cease all operations on Monday, February 19. ..."